1996 Honda Odyssey: airbag warning light

Filed Mar 16, 2007 · Airbags, Brakes · 105,261 miles · KY

July 2002, I took my odyssey to a honda dealer because I was having several electrical problems: 1. My SRS light came on and wouldn't go off. 2. My ABS light had also begun to go on and off. 3. My power locks would lock uncontrollably and drain battery. I asked them to take a look. After $160 diagnostic charge, I was told the following: code 8-3 present on SRS. Cleared code and test drove. Light remained off for drive. Suggest replacing airbag if light comes on again. Probably a sensor problem. Cost $748 code 44 present on ABS. Right rear wheel speed sensor is faulty. Suggest replacing sensor. Cost $283 electronic locks need new lock unit. Cost $256 I was shocked that repairs would cost another $1300. After discussing these problems with the dealer and being told the issues were probably all sensor malfunctions, I opted not to pay for repairs. Just after driving off, my SRS and ABS lights came back on and have remained on ever since. Now, after seeing the numerous complaints by other odyssey owners and learning that the airbags may actually not work, I am reporting my experience as well... I just bought a chevy.

Filed Jan 21, 2005 · Airbags · 67,003 miles · CT

Installed new battery in vehicle june 2001. After battery installation, SRS light went on. Honda mechanic diagnosed "car had a code 6-2 stored in system, we cleared code, if light comes back on the control unit will need to be replaced." upon starting car, SRS light came back on. Mechanic said I need new SRS control module. He informed me that repair would cost me $600 or more.

Filed Oct 18, 2004 · Brakes · 116,937 miles · OH

At 117,000 miles the ABS warning light on our 1996 honda odyssey came on and stayed on. Also, at the same time ABS system would improperly engage at low speeds on dry pavement when approaching a stop. Took to honda dealer, was given diagnosis that ABS control unit has failed. The cost of replacement is $1227 plus tax, which is prohibitively expensive. In my opinion this unit should last the life of the vehicle, it has failed because honda provided a control unit of poor quality. Evidenced by the fact that this is the second safety-related electronic control unit to completely fail on this vehicle - the air bag SRS control unit failed at 73,000 miles. Where is the much-touted honda quality and reliability? It seems to be absent on this 1996 ocyssey. Was told by dealer that vehicle is out of warranty, and honda will not replace the control units.

Filed Oct 10, 2004 · Airbags · 73,522 miles · OH

Srs light came on and stayed on at 73522 mi. Honda dealer checked all connections and wiring, also tried re-programming-that did not work. Dealer said that air bags are inoperative, and that a new SRS control unit is needed - at cost of over $700. The cost is prohibitive for us. Dealer says they have replaced numerous SRS control units on odysseys. This indicates a manufacturing defect rendering key safety system inoperative. The dealer indicated that honda has not issued a recall and does not accept responsibility for failure of key safety component during normal use--the stated reason is that "you still have your safety belts." I believe that the SRS control unit should not have failed within normal life of the vehicle, the owner's manual says that it only needs to be checked every 10 years.

Filed Jan 17, 2004 · Engine · RI

Balancer shaft oil seal failed in january 2000. Oil housing oil seal (o-ring) failed in january 2004. Both failures caused heavy oil loss so vehicle was towed at my expense. Srs light is on. Dealer charged me $89 diagnostic fee for SRS estimate and said it would cost just under $1000 to repair. This fee was charged even though I was paying for the o-ring repair at that time. * cb

Filed Jan 28, 2003 · Seat belts · NJ

Vehicle needs new SRS module. Dealer would install it for $875.

Filed Sep 30, 2002 · Lights · MO

The SRS indicator light on my dashboard stayed on after starting the engine from park. It stayed on until the I brought it to the dealer for a check-up. I had to pay for a defective SRS controller, which is an electronic box that sends signals to the airbag to tell it when to deploy (according to the service rep). I had to spend $697.91 to replace it with a brand new one that has a warranty of "12 months or 12,000 miles, whichever comes first". There was no explanation for the failure of the said part. Mr

Filed Aug 8, 2002 · Airbags · TX

Consumer stated the supplemental restraint system warning light illuminated, the dealer was unsure which components of the air bag control unit might be causing the SRS warning light to illuminate and had no way of knowing unless the entire unit was replaced, consumer denied the repairs and after leaving the dealership the light was no longer on, however in april 2002 the light illuminated again. *jb nar *scc

Filed Apr 20, 2002 · Airbags · MN

Srs light came on. We paid $85 for a diagnostic report. It indicated the SRS computer had failed and it will cost $850 to replace. The dealer would not fix it under the warranty. Is there a technical bulletin on this problem?

Filed Oct 3, 2001 · Airbags · GA

Srs light came on when car was started.

Filed Jul 17, 2001 · Airbags, Engine · CT

Air bag -- control module failure at 67000 miles. Srs light on panel indicated problem. Diagnostics showed code 6-2. Car needs control unit #06772-sx0-a70. Cost $654.00 + tax. If owner cannot afford repair, car will be driven without benefit of air bags. Power window -- driver's side front, click sound when rolling up window at 42,000 miles. Window stopped working entirely at dealer's repair facility. Regulator and motor were replaced. Power door locks -- locks would recycle when owner attempted to lock the car. Left front power door latch and actuator replaced at 42,000 miles. Engine -- owner drove the car 9 miles to work before oil indicator lamp finally came on when parking. Something in the engine failed when car started, evidence of sudden oil leak in home driveway, and oil spilled out of engine all the way to work. Engine oil completely gone. Currently under inspection for repair at an independent repair facility.

Filed Jun 30, 2001 · Airbags, Electrical · PA

2nd incident of SRS light staying on in 11 months. Both times light reset, however the dealer recommended replacement of control unit at a cost of $750 due to code8-3 reported by computer. Declined this service due to lack of ability to confirm diagnostics. Also was told on first incident that electrical system can cause this unit to report faults -- at that time battery was recommended to be replaced. Also rumored that cell phone usage or radio transmitters can make system report faults. Need more information on these units and their failures..